SAM #6913G627RFI100

Market research for manufacturing 1,000 EVANS DF-1-style dunnage bars

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Volpe National Transportation Systems Center is conducting market research on manufacturing approximately 1,000 dunnage bars modeled after the EVANS DF-1 loader crossbar. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Transportation, Volpe National Transportation Systems Center. - OEM/model referenced: EVANS DF-1; the RFI does not provide a separate legal manufacturer name. - Requested product: Approximately 1,000 steel-and-oak dunnage bars, telescoping to roughly 107–115 inches, with a Z-shaped 8-gauge steel crossbeam, cast metal heads, and a pinned locking latch. No part number is specified. - Minimum load ratings: 4,000 lb uniformly distributed vertical load, 2,000 lb concentrated center-span load, and 4,000 lb horizontal/longitudinal restraint. - Manufacturing capabilities sought: 3D scanning; casting or drop forging and machining metal parts; forming and welding steel; machining oak or other hardwood; assembly; and testing. - Requested vendor information: Manufacturing approach, quality control, inspection and load testing, FEA, certifications, capacity, minimum order quantities, lead time, rough-order cost, risks, required drawings or samples, and relevant experience. - Opportunity status: This is a request for information and market research, not a solicitation. No period of performance or contract value is provided.

Description

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